Presenting a collection of St. Louis bricks, sidewalk markers, and the Fleur-de-lis as architectural detail on and in city buildings, brick collecting, urban exploration, and my life by Christian Herman. Reporting from Tower Grove South in St. Louis, MO
10/11/12
The Michael
Michael, understanding the opportunity I opened the door to the building and entered. I was not shy but fascinated. I didn't close the door behind when I left in case you wanted to follow.
The Michael, located on Lawn in south city, has a welcoming and broad front patio.
The fleur-de-lis and fancy brickwork:
And another glazed terra cotta ornamental detail:
The side of the building faces the street and that's rare. Check out the faux bricked-in windows:
I so appreciate the address engraved into the limestone 'window' apron.
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